Charles X, circa 1830
Roman warrior holding up a shield with the inscription "Pour la plus belle", translating for the most beautiful one. Next to him, an altar sign of awareness. The entire clock is in gilt bronze.
Measurements: H 46cm x W 32cm x D 11cm
French school of the Charles X period.
This clock illustrates the successful trend during the first part of the 19h century, when Roman history and heroes were glorified in monument-style compositions.